New Graduate Staff Nurse in Dublin
- Salary
- €38,166–€56,592 / year
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 24 Sept 2026
About the Role
New Graduate Staff Nurse
Dublin, Ireland
Permanent, Full time
€ 38,166 - 56,592
Children’s Health Ireland (CHI) is leading on the clinical and operational transformation of acute paediatric healthcare and consists of hospitals at Crumlin, Temple Street and Tallaght as well as an Urgent Care Centre at Connolly hospital in Blanchardstown.
The purpose of this post is to work as part of the Nursing team in the provision of nursing care for children and their families.
- To provide clinical leadership to a designated nursing team and ensure the provision of high-quality care.
- To act as a role model and expert clinical practitioner.
- To ensure the provision of a high standard of care to the children and their extended family is consistent with the mission, vision, values and strategic plan of the hospital.
- To assist in the safe, effective and efficient management of the department within allocated resources.
- To promote a progressive attitude to the continual improvement of patient care through research and evidence-based practice.
- To undertake delegated responsibility for the department in the absence of the CNM/CNS. In carrying out these duties' confidentiality surrounding the Child’s admission & treatment must be maintained at all times.
Requirements
- Must have completed or be in their final placement of their undergraduate nursing education (QQI Level 8)
- Eligible to register on the Children’s and General division of the Register of Nurses & Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland.
- Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Have a clinical and administrative capability to properly discharge the functions of the role.
- Fluent English
Details
Closing date: 24 Sept 2026
Interviews will be held on the 13th, 14th & 15th October 2026.
It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date.
Below, you’ll find the list of commencement dates for your information.
- 8th February 2027
- 8th March 2027
- 5th April 2027
- 10th May 2027
- 14th June 2027
- 5th July 2027
- 9th August 2027
- 6th September 2027
- 4th October 2027
- 1st November 2027
- 6th December 2027
How to Apply
Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter, setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above are met.
The closing date for submissions of CVs and cover letter is Wednesday, 23rd September 2026 by 11:45pm. In-person Interviews will be held on the 13th, 14th& 15th October 2026.
Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’. Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.
For further information please contact Rosemary Sheehan - ADON Nursing workforce at rosemary.sheehan@childrenshealthireland.ie
For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist – Evgeniya.Byvakina@childrenshealthireland.ie
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Frequently asked
- What are the key responsibilities of the New Graduate Staff Nurse role?
- The key responsibilities include providing clinical leadership, acting as a role model and expert clinical practitioner, ensuring high-quality care, managing the department within allocated resources, promoting evidence-based practice, and maintaining confidentiality.
- What are the eligibility criteria for this role?
- Candidates must have completed or be in their final placement of their undergraduate nursing education (QQI Level 8), be eligible to register on the Children’s and General division of the Register of Nurses & Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and have a clinical and administrative capability to properly discharge the functions of the role.
- What is the application process for this role?
- Applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and submitted through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’ by 23rd September 2026. In-person interviews will be held on the 13th, 14th & 15th October 2026.
- What is the salary range for this role?
- The salary range is €38,166–€56,592 per year.
- What is the closing date for applications?
- The closing date for applications is 23rd September 2026 by 11:45pm.